Office for National Statistics

Northern Ireland had an increased rate of alcohol-specific deaths in 2024

Northern Ireland records an increased rate of alcohol-specific deaths in 2024

Employment levels in Northern Ireland have risen by more than 9,000 over the past year, according to the latest official payroll figures. (Image credit: Pixabay)

Jobs up by over 9,000 across NI in past year — here’s how your area performed

Where does Belfast stand? UK cities ranked for remote working

Where does Belfast stand? UK cities ranked for remote working

Belfast ranks near the bottom for construction workers in the UK, facing limited opportunities despite decent pay

Belfast ranks near the bottom for construction workers in the UK, facing limited...

Belfast Among the Top UK Cities for Tech Professionals in 2026

Belfast Among the Top UK Cities for Tech Professionals in 2026

Christmas Burglaries

Homeowners warned of a rise in burglaries this Christmas – here’s 7 tips on keep...

Belfast takes fifteenth place in the UK’s noise rankings

Belfast takes fifteenth place in the UK’s noise rankings

Northern Ireland’s job market continued to outperform the rest of the UK in July, according to latest data released by the Office for National Statistics. (Photo: SUSANNAH IRELAND/AFP via Getty Images) | AFP via Getty Images

5,000 new jobs in Northern Ireland and wages continue to rise, latest data shows

File photo dated 27/12/2023 of shoppers on Oxford Street, London. The population of England and Wales is estimated to have grown by more than 700,000 in the year to June 2024, the second largest annual numerical increase in over 75 years. Photo: Jeff Moore/PA Wire

Migrants fuel England and Wales population rise

UK inflation rose to a near 18-month high in June as food prices surged for the third month running, according to official figures.

Inflation rose to near 18-month high as food prices surged

These are some of the areas of Northern Ireland where house prices are rising fastest

The 9 areas of Northern Ireland where house prices are rising fastest

An Ulster University academic says new trade figures highlight the "worrying" impact of the Irish Sea border.

Economist highlights 'substantial drop’ in GB-NI trade under Irish Sea border

Inflation

Four reasons why UK shouldn't be lured into a false sense of security by falling...

As UK businesses race to adopt AI tools, experts warn that a lack of transparency and digital skills could turn data-driven opportunities into unforeseen risks.

UK businesses adopting AI without understanding the risks, expert warns

Chris McCracken, Managing Director of LQ BID and Mary McManus, Regional Manager for Living Wage NI

Northern Ireland has the highest rate of low paid jobs in the UK

Any business frictions or costs associated with the Irish Sea border are acting as an equivalent to a tariff on goods coming into NI from GB, writes Esmond Birnie

Esmond Birnie: Data on reduced GB-NI business might point to diversion of trade
Trade diversion has become very topical, alas, in terms of the world economy. President Trump aims to use tariffs and other measures to bend trade in favour of the USA to ‘Make America Great Again'.
Esmond Birnie

UK inflation soared to its highest point in 10 months in January, according to the latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) data

Experts break down practical effects of inflation spike

The number of companies in Northern Ireland hit a record high during 2024. This is based on data from Companies House and the Office for National Statistics and compiled by company secretarial and formations specialists Inform Direct. Pictured is John Korchak, managing director at Inform Direct

Record high as number of businesses in NI hits 95,056 with 17,408 newbies

NISRA figures showing the projected population of Northern Ireland over the next century

Northern Ireland's population will start shrinking before it hits two million

The price of chocolate was up 11.7% year-on-year in December

Revealed: Facts and figures behind slight inflation drop

Disposable vapes will be banned from June this year in England

Revealed: The profit stores make from selling vapes

Neil Johnston, director of the NI Retail Consortium (NIRC)

7,000 retail jobs lost in NI in last five years..and 2025 'will remain tough'

Inflation in the UK hit a six-month high of 2.3% in October

What the rise in inflation means for NI households

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UK inflation drops below Bank of England target: what it means for you

A chart showing the long-term picture around sick leave in NI's civil service

Sickness rates in Northern Ireland's civil service highest for 19 years

City workers walk past the Bank of England in London (Photo: Leon Neal/Getty Images)

Inflation rises above 2% - what that means for consumers

It is significant that the NI political parties are as one in a plea for 'fair funding' from London - they mean more funding, writes Esmond Birnie

Esmond Birnie: Confidence on affordability of a united Ireland is flawed
Last month the Office for National Statistics (ONS) published the latest figures about Northern Ireland’s net fiscal balance: the extent to which the UK government puts extra money into Northern Ireland (NI) beyond the taxes raised here.
Esmond Birnie

Essential food items are predicted to significantly increase by 2030. (Photo credit: Stockfotos-MG - stock.adobe.com/Minerva Studio - stock.adobe.com)

How much essential food items could cost by 2030

The Bank of England in the City of London

UK economy exits recession after 0.6% growth in latest quarter

Northern Ireland and Scotland had the highest rates of drink-related deaths in 2022, figures from the Office for National Statistics have revealed

New figures reveal more drink-specific deaths after Covid

The UK population stood at an estimated 67.6 million people in mid-2022, up by 4.3 million since mid-2011, new figures show

UK population climbs to 67.6 million, with NI rising 5.3% since mid-2011

John Korchak, Managing Director, Inform Direct.

Company start-ups In Northern Ireland hit record high

On a monthly basis, food and non-alcoholic beverage prices fell by 0.4% between December and January.

Inflation unchanged in January as food prices fall for first time since 2021

Are you giving your dog the correct diet?

I’m a pet food expert: avoid these five ingredients in your dog’s food

Public sector workers held a mass rally at Belfast City Hall on Thursday

News Letter breaks down public sector pay versus private sector pay

Inflation dropped to 3.9% in November, the lowest level in more than two years. (Credit: AFP via Getty Images)

Breaking Inflation drops to lowest level in more than two years

Outlining the recent statistics and highlighting Northern Ireland ‘ambition, creativity and resilience’, John Korchak, managing director at Inform Direct praised Northern Ireland’s ‘positive environment for business’

Northern Ireland companies show highest five year survival rates in UK

The UK's inflation rate remained at 6.7% last month despite hopes that a third consecutive dip would be seen, with lower food and drink prices offset by higher petrol and diesel prices. (Credit: Getty Images)

Breaking UK inflation remains stagnant at 6.7% despite hopes for another dip

Study launched to monitor current levels of Covid-19 in the UK population

Study launched to monitor current levels of Covid-19 in the UK population

Morning View

Editorial: Science triumph sees number of centenarians soar

The UK economy shrank by 0.5% in July, prompting more recession fears.

Recession fears as UK economy shrinks by ‘more than expected’ in July

There were 11,030 house sales in Northern Ireland in the first six months of 2023 compared to 13,810 last year.
Photo: Yui Mok/PA Wire

Northern Ireland house sales take 20% drop

Morning View

Editorial: Too many public holidays comes at a price for society

Homeowners on variable rate mortgages linked to the base rate would see an increase in their payments.

Rise in mortgage rates on Thursday looks inescapable, say experts

Nearly 13,000 manufacturing jobs have been lost in Northern Ireland since 2010, according to figures from the GMB union

Nearly 13,000 manufacturing jobs lost in Northern Ireland since 2010 says GMB

Interactive chart shows which supermarkets have biggest price rises

UFU deputy president, John McLenaghan, on his farm near Garvagh. Picture: Cliff Donaldson

Dysfunctional food system is not sustainable for farmers says UFU

Accoding to ONS data, eggs are now likely to be one of the most expensive items on your shopping list, with the price having gone up 37% since last year. Sugar has risen in cost by 47.4% and olive oil by 46.4% while low-fat milk will now cost you 33.5% more than previously as food prices remain at there highest in 45 years despite a drop in inflation - the biggest since the cost of living crisis began

We haven't had to pay this much for sugar, olive oil and eggs in 45 years

This is the first time inflation has dropped below double digits since August last year - but concerns remain over the rate at which food prices are increasing..

Inflation drops to 8.7%, food costs still high - how it affects you

Average house prices.

House prices: Average cost of a property falls between February and March

Breaking UK unemployment rate increase - ONS

Shoppers in Belfast City Centre

Inflation driving retail sales growth but shopper budgets still under pressure

As the rate of inflation remains exceedingly high, consumers can expect to pay 29.7% more for milk, eggs and cheese as cost of living crisis continues

Expect to pay 29.7% more than you usually would for milk, cheese and eggs

A 'family food parcel', intended to feed a family of four for three days. Photo by OLI SCARFF/AFP via Getty Images

Warning as soaring food costs yet to peak and more people turning to food banks

Food prices.

Food prices: Minister says increases in cost of food have reached their peak

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